Component Tests and General Diagnostics

2012 Porsche Panamera 4 (970) V6-3.6LSECTION Component Tests and General Diagnostics
19. Load-Throttle Rationality Diagnosis

Load-Throttle Rationality Check

General Description
The Load-Throttle rationality check proofs the consistency between load (measured by Map sensor) and throttle position. The rationality is checked by comparing the excitation of the intake manifold pressure controller or the throttle controller with the corresponding set point.
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